Housing Authority of the County of Kern

Category: Housing authority in Bakersfield, California

Address: 601 24th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA

Phone: +16616318500

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Rose Bautista

Aug 16, 2022

It good I took all the paperwork I needed to bring them , I'm applying for section 8, with God's help I will get it, thank you God.

Juffalo Globadab

Aug 9, 2022

Lucky I'm even giving one star. I contact them directly when I have problems. The woman are very rude and incorrect about alot of information. I work . My property is ran very poorly and surrounded by crack heads. The owner himself Mike is very poor at responding or even returning calls. They only contact you really when they want to.

Lucero Pérez

May 26, 2022

The two times I've applied here I've waited 3 months for them to take my case, okay that's not the problem but the first worker I had Darlenne she gave me too short a time to deliver everything required, for God's sake only two days 🤦‍♀️ I couldn't do it and she denied my case I had to appeal more than twice until my case was completed and approved. The second time Julia was with me, a kind and patient girl who called me as many times as necessary until she obtained all my documents. I thank her very much for that.

Cynthia

Apr 2, 2022

How do you get any of these people that work here to help you. Calling does not work so please do not tell me to call. But how or who do you turn to to get them to help or talk to you. What agency is oversight for these supposedly services. I cant even get complaint form. Its like they dont exist at all.What are they doing with the money? Not helping people. And theres only 344 people on waiting list

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Questions & Answers

Why does kern housing discriminates against black American people, It's ran mainly by Mexicans here in California. I have been on waiting list since may 2017.iam a disabled black man need house ing

Jerome Jones | Sep 7, 2021
Marice Hicks | Sep 7, 2021

Att: Jerome Jones my cousin just got his sec.8 after waiting a long time around the same time you have and he is black. Hold on something good is going to happen. Remember the pandemic messed up the world.

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I forgot my username and password to login. HOW DO I START OVER???

Patsy Beltran | Sep 7, 2020
Gina Hollibaugh | Jan 10, 2022

Im trying to check on my application foes anyone know how to do tha

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Can I get the listing to rent a house in BAKERSFIELD, California

Percilla Rodriguez | Sep 8, 2019
Jovoni Parker | Sep 8, 2019

Go to website for housing county of kern

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After waiting 10 years on the list was pointless nobody accepts section 8 and the voucher is to low for me to qualify for anything I call to get help and get told well I need to go find some more income and remind you there is a deadline

Darnesha Carter | Jul 9, 2022
Juan Samaniego | Aug 8, 2022

What is the max on the voucher?

I currently live in Los Angeles CA for a long time now I have been wanting to make that move to Bakersfield when I came out there 4 yrs ago to look around I was told that you need transportation like a car to get around is that true

Jeaneau Bailey | Jun 9, 2022
Karen Diosdado | Jul 9, 2022

Well, there is public transportation, the G.E.T. Busses, as well as their very limited On Demand service (which only covers a small portion of the center of town), Lyft, Uber, and Taxis. If you cannot afford any of that, I assure you that from first hand experience, there is not much that cannot be reached by walking on foot, if need be, within the span of two to three hours. But, the point is, Bakersfield is a large area, geographically speaking, but if you are car-less, it is still do- able. San Luis Obispo county, on the other hand, actually IS somewhere that is better lived within if you have a vehicle, so one can traverse all the towns in the quickest time possible. But, that is not at all the case in Bakersfield.

How do I see if the house I'm renting has mold?

Lucia Pires | Sep 7, 2021
Ellex G | Sep 7, 2021

Ask for housing authority to do a mold inspection and tell them if there was any hint or clue that there is in fact, mold. And let them know of any concerns that you may have and they will try their best to have it cleaned, fixed, corrected or replaced...

If I applied in 2015 for low income public housing, in 2020 my name should get letter or call?

Patsy Beltran | Sep 7, 2020
Sal Ramirez | Sep 7, 2020

Make sure your contact information has not changed if it has you need to notify housing Authority otherwise you will not get a letter nor a call

Where do I go to see if a place is legal to rent

Lynetta Taylor | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us, you can visit our office at 601 24th Street Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm for immediate assistance. Or you can give us a call at (661) 631-8500.

Would that be okay Or allowed?

Louis Manson | Sep 8, 2018
Vicki Graves Burleson | Sep 8, 2018

Just look at the one ware i would like to live first good luck

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How can I and my pregnant lady get a low income apt

Danny Salvatierra | Sep 8, 2018
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Please visit our website at Kernha.org and click "Apply For Housing" to apply for low-income public housing.

My oldest son died of Cancer,Acute Lymphoblastic leukemia and my baby boy got shot 4-times,he's paralyzed from his waist down. I'm disabled myself. Been on Low income Housing since 2015!!I I can't live with this lady,she has to many children.

Patricia,O.G. Sad Girl Bakersfield Beltran | Sep 8, 2018
Patricia,O.G. Sad Girl Bakersfield Beltran | Sep 8, 2018

I don't know what else to do, I tried living with my daughter but it's way to small. Been waiting for low income housing since 2015...

I've been on Low income waiting list since 2015, what's wrong with me!! What am I doing wrong.....

Patricia,O.G. Sad Girl Bakersfield Beltran | Sep 8, 2018
C Jamayca Brown | Sep 8, 2018

It's a long wait! Maybe u should call and ask them where u r on the listbor if they r working on your year. Ive been on since 2009 and I just got my letter to meet the board for low income housing.

Can a married couple keep sec 8 if they both receive ssi?

Brenda Ortega | Sep 8, 2017
mechele williams | Sep 8, 2018

Yes you can

When is it open for me to apply

Nayeli Lopez | Aug 31, 2022
angelia formica | Aug 31, 2022

8am

Why it say depending for 1 month

Sandra Bicera | Aug 8, 2022
Janie “Morena” Hinojos | Aug 10, 2022

They start with a month then if you have complied with what was asked then you will be given more time for housing

Emergency transfer 1year waiting I'm on the low income I call leave emails leave voicemail case worker doesn't returns any of my calls does anyone knows who can help me

Marisol Jauregui | Aug 8, 2022
Olivia Jimenez | Aug 8, 2022

Ask to speak to her supervisor. That's what I had to do.

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If I get an email from the housing authority what would it look like ?

Mary h Garay | Jun 9, 2022
william geitz | Jun 9, 2022

Like a regular email from any county government facility and will also have a phone number in case you prefer to communicate by phone.

There was only 344 applicants for 2022.So why arent they granting any vouchers to those people?

Cynthia | Jun 9, 2022
A S | Jun 9, 2022

Why not go into the office and ask them directly? They do a lot in there but cannot do everything. Go in there instead of being passive aggressive online.

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How can I apply

Nita Trujillo | Feb 9, 2022
Jeannie Bishop | Feb 9, 2022

Online website.

If I love the family I h a be made with the one that I need to graduate with to the next d ok ctorine in this cold winter months of being a job wanting to r mother of five or seven or eight.

Angelicafelix Felix | Dec 11, 2021
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Dec 11, 2021

Thank you for contacting the Housing Authority of the County of Kern. Please contact the Housing Authority's Customer Service Specialist at (661) 631-8500 extension 2100. We look forward to hearing from you to address your concerns and needs. Thank- you Housing Authority of the County of Kern.

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My name is Yolanda I live at 314 McCord Ave H in Bakersfield my rent is 700$ and i only have 300$ and it was do on the 5th can you please help me out so I don't lose my apartment

Yoyo Vasquez jr | Nov 11, 2021
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Nov 11, 2021

Thank you for contacting the Housing Authority of the County of Kern. We hope the following information will be of service to you. Please visit our website at www.kernha.org there you will find information for the the Rent and Utility Program the website will list all program eligibility criteria and allow you to apply directly from the website. If you should have any questions or concerns feel free to contact the Housing Authority at ( 661) 631-8500 we will be happy to assist. Thank you

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My mom passed away 4 months ago and my little brother and her husband still live in the apartment. Her husband bring home random girls, and my little brother finds it very disrespectful. How do we go about getting my moms husband off the lease?

Alma Rodriguez | Sep 7, 2021
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 7, 2021

Hi Alma, thank you for bringing this to our attention. To protect the privacy of our Housing Choice Voucher participants, please contact (661) 631-8500 and ask to speak with our Customer Service Specialist. They will provide you further assistance regarding this matter and can help route your concern to the proper department. Thank you.

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I forgot my password how can I find out where I am on the list

Billy Beard | Sep 7, 2021
Rosa Jaramillo | Sep 7, 2021

Just call the Housing Authority and ask them. I'm sure they can tell you without your password

I filled out another voucher to transfer out of green gardens how do I find out where I am on the list

Billy Beard | Sep 7, 2021
Jacqueline “MONKEY” Meares | Sep 7, 2021

You can call your Housing Authority Specialist who has had your case. Once you get the approval letter for your Unit Transfer you deal with the Housing Authority person who signed it.

I have new email. Forgot my password.... Do I go in or call? What's the right number. I went in and all ladies were so lazy, gave me run around, frustrating!!!! Number they gave me is always full or info.

Patsy Beltran | Sep 7, 2020
Steph M | Sep 7, 2020

Did you attempt to reset your password, when you call go through the operater

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I’m a single mother with 3 minor kids I’m living in a motel, how can I apply

Alexander Gonzales | Sep 7, 2020
Jeannie Bishop | Sep 7, 2020

Call to ask for the correct process.

Do you need some to fill out some type of HUD application in order to qualify for apartment?

Destini Perez | Sep 7, 2020
GamingW KarmelQueen | Sep 7, 2020

Thru housing authority or any apt?

My neighbors apartment complex is w/ out water for 3 days landlord told them they cannot do anything til Monday that be 6 days without. There are babies n my friend

Juana Trevino | Sep 7, 2020
Steph M | Sep 7, 2020

That doesn't have to be accepted find out what your rights are California housing laws, you may be able to stay in a hotel and take the cost from the rent , but check first

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Someone falsified my address, isn't that illegal? And why would someone do that??

Patsy Beltran | Sep 8, 2019
Steph M | Sep 8, 2019

Lot of people don't take proud in doing their job correctly or checking the work they do , so they may have just wrote it down incorrectly.

Finally 2 months from now I was told there is no government funding because of the shut down I did everything I was asked what can I do

DOMINIQUE RANDOLPH | Sep 8, 2019
Booty Boatwright | Sep 8, 2019

What are you needing help with

I came in about a year ago and did my full packet with my husband and the worker as we finish my worker said all I need after that was to wait for my voucher and orientation so I was grateful and went home I kept calling months and months no answer

DOMINIQUE RANDOLPH | Sep 8, 2019
Steph M | Sep 8, 2019

The orientation comes first they explain about the voucher, call the main number speak to the operator say you are not sure who your worker is they will look them up and connect you to them 😉 God bless

How are we supposed to reach the Housing Authority when all the mailboxes are full at 3 pm. Investigations, housing management, facilities management and investigations all have full mailboxes. Help, please. There is an unsafe section 8!house

Julie Jordan Scott | Sep 8, 2019
mimi d | Sep 8, 2019

You have to go there or email

How many times can a landlord charge you a deposit for rent through out the years

Rosemary Hernandez | Sep 8, 2019
Jeannie Bishop | Sep 8, 2019

Is the 2nd one a pet deposit? If so then yes. The Housing Authority is not a watchdog for the rental community. It is an independent non-profit that provides housing assistance to low and very low income wage earners who qualify for one of their programs.

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I went in to the office I did a app on the computer for HUD housing now when I try to access it does not work I call there and get transferred and I either get mailbox full or voice mail dont get called back

carol wilson | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hello Carol, Thank you for reaching out to us. If you have applied for Low-Income Public housing through our new application website, you can access your account using the credentials you created. If you do not remember your password, please request a new one at www.kernhousing.com

We rent from my husband sister inlaw and we told them may time's about the elecric she don't do anything she has fam working with you guys to get her out of a jam what can we do

Virginia Jimenez | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hello Virigina, Thank you for voicing your concern. Please call our office at 661-631-8500 any time Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm.

How can i get on the waiting list in kern County

Sa’tikkaRenee Wallace | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hello, To apply for the Low-Income Public Housing wait list, please visit www.kernhousing.org and create an account to start your application. You may also visit www.kernha.org for more information on Kiosk locations.

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How Many Properties Section 8 In Bakersfield California? Looking to move next year! Looking for one bedroom one bath patio carport 2 small dogs disabled married mo kids!

Tom Padilla | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hello Tom, You can visit our website to view current Section 8 listings. Visit our website at www.kernha.org and click on Section 8 listings under housing locator on the top bar.

I have been terminated . I feel wrongfully terminated ,how do I appel this action and how long do I have to appel it. thanks Donald R .

D R | Sep 8, 2019
Jasmine Gonzales | Sep 8, 2019

I believe you have 30 days to appeal ..you must request an appeal in writing right away

How can i add my daughter an grandsons to existing waiting list now?

ocean vibes | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hi Toi, To update your waitlist application you can contact our office at (661) 631-8500 and ask to speak to applications for updates on your waitlist.

Ive been on the waiting list an low income list since 2015. i would like to know where my name is currently pleas. please mail me any information u have to my mailing address 37929 35th street east #304 palmdale ca. 93550

ocean vibes | Sep 8, 2019
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2019

Hi Toi, We do have a long waitlist, for information on the status of your application you can call our office at (661) 631-8500 and ask to speak to the applications department.

Can my landlord raise my rent because my heater broke and it's costing him alot?

Elisa Baca | Sep 8, 2019
Kimberlea Heffernan | Sep 8, 2019

Yes he can. My neighbors ac went out and they raised my rent because of a raise in maintenance cost!

How much is a on bedroom voucher

Nicole Ware | Sep 8, 2019
fefe L | Sep 8, 2019

Payment standards are listed on the website. Www.kernha.org.

I have been on the waiting list vseems like forever am I getting skipped over or what? I mean what's coming really going on? Are they really going to help do they really exsist?

Michelle Martinez Garcia | Sep 8, 2018
Kimberlea Heffernan | Sep 8, 2019

If you are a single mother you jump to the top of the list. Let's say over a man or women with no children.

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My social worker helped me to apply the section 8 application I was approved and there were problems with the vouchers and they could not give me section 8 what can I do to have my section 8

Dora Linda Castro Villegas | Sep 8, 2018
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 8, 2018

To better assist you, we encourage the primary person for the application to come to the central office at 601-24th St. Bakersfield, CA 93301 and in this way we can search the system to provide information about your case and advise you of your options. Thanks.

I've been on section 8 waiting list since 2011. I have a 9 year old and about to have no where to live what should I do?

Jennifer Tripp | Sep 8, 2018
Christopher Schmidt | Sep 8, 2018

I would keep trying there is a lot of 🔥 you live in that part of the world I live in Europe because of this problem

I got a 90 day notice to vacate after I had requested a unit transfer, I have to be out of my apartment by Saturday but NO ONE in the county is accepting section 8 right now. I need a studio or 1 bdrm under $555mo. Anyone got a address I can call ❓

Jacqueline “MONKEY” Meares | Sep 8, 2018
Housing Authority of the County of Kern | Sep 7, 2021

Hi J.Monkey! Please visit our website at www.kernha.org under the Housing Locator tab click on the Section 8 Listings option. You will find information on units currently available in the Kern County area that accepts a Section 8 voucher. This information is updated weekly. Good luck!

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Been on waiting list since october 2012 have i been waiting too long??

Games Of home | Sep 8, 2018
Christopher Schmidt | Sep 8, 2018

I am on a lot of list in other areas but still not received any response so I liveing with my mom right now

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Why are calls not returned

keesha hall | Sep 8, 2018
keesha hall | Sep 8, 2018

I live in a different state and I had all my information ported to Kern county

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How often is the phone answered I’ve been calling for over a week no call back no answer

keesha hall | Sep 8, 2018
keesha hall | Sep 8, 2018

I live in a different state

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Need a low-income apt

Danny Salvatierra | Sep 8, 2018
Vicki Graves Burleson | Sep 8, 2018

U can go apply and be put on a list and look on ur phone goggle it low income appt

I live at 6000 White lane I was told that they have lost the HUD certificate how do I find out the truth

Mike Parish | Sep 8, 2018
Vicki Graves Burleson | Sep 8, 2018

Only thing i would do is go down there and talk to your worker or supperviser

I applied for housing in 2014 I have updated phone numbers address is still same.. But I have yet to receive anything. How long does this take. Could I switch to sec.8 and not lose my spot on waiting list or??????

Carolyna Salazar | Sep 8, 2018
C Jamayca Brown | Sep 8, 2018

I applied in 2009 right after I had my son in july, I just got a letter last week because I called and told them I didn't care where I lived. I already qualifies for a 3bd. I'm in Kern County and the main places they offer with LIHP is Bakersfield CA. I'm on the section8 list too! I now have 2 more kids with my boyfriend.

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If you have a sevice dog are you required to pay a pet deposit?

Rmjacks Moreno | Sep 8, 2018
D R | Sep 8, 2019

I have been terminated . I feel wrongfully terminated ,how do I appel this action and how long do I have to appel it. thanks Donald R .

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